Ai Fairouz, the talented Japanese seiyuu known for voicing iconic characters in anime such as “Chainsaw Man” being Power and, most recently working on the anime, “Okitsura: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Knew What She’s Saying,” has touched fans with a revelation about her past. During an interview to promote the anime “Okitsura,” Fairouz shared a memory from his youth that contrasts with the energy and vitality he conveys through his characters.
Ai Fairouz: A School Trip to Okinawa Marked by Loneliness
In the interview, when asked if he had ever visited Okinawa, Fairouz revealed that he had, during a school trip in his high school days. However, this memory is not one of joy, but of a “dark time.” “I also went once on a high school trip. It was a dark time… I had no friends at school and I was looking at the ground the whole time,” the seiyuu confessed.
The young Fairouz, at the time, was looking forward to the possibility of visiting a U.S. military base in Okinawa, but due to “various circumstances,” she was unable to do so, which further aggravated her feeling of loneliness. In addition, he mentioned that he had a lot of problems with food at the time, and remembers going to McDonald’s because it was one of the few things he could eat. “Since then I haven’t been back, so I’d like to go to make good memories,” he concluded.
These statements have generated a wave of empathy and concern among her followers. Many have identified with her vulnerability and have expressed their support through social networks, recognizing Fairouz’s courage in sharing such a personal episode from her past.
The revelation about her difficult trip to Okinawa comes at a delicate moment for the actress. A few days ago, the agency representing Ai Fairouz issued a statement informing that the seiyuu has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to the statement, Fairouz is in recovery under the guidance of medical professionals.
Ai Fairouz herself confirmed this news through her X (Twitter) account, explaining that she developed this disorder just a few months ago. Although she strives to meet the expectations and support of her fans, she has decided to take a break to focus on her treatment. With an apologetic tone, the seiyuu asked her followers not to speculate about her situation, as it is a private matter.
Ai Fairouz’s story is a reminder that even the most talented and successful people can face personal challenges. Her courage in sharing her past and present, despite the difficulty, inspires her fans and those who follow her work. From this space, we send her our best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
Ai Fairouz is a prominent half-Japanese and half-Egyptian voice actress affiliated with the Raccoon Dog talent agency. She became known for her portrayal of Hibiki Sakura, the protagonist of the anime series Dumbbell Nan Kilo Moteru? and, over the years, has played several important characters in the anime industry, such as Jolyne Kujo in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean and Power in Chainsaw Man, among others.